Tuesday, September 1, 2009

Homemade Gummy Candy

We tried out a couple of recipes for homemade gummy candy this afternoon. After a little trial and error, I'd have to say this one is a keeper. It's about as quick, and easy as making rice crispy treats, and the candy turns out pretty close to the store bought variety.

We mixed the flavored and unflavored gelatin in a pan, and then added the water, mixing until it was a sticky play dough like substance (I only wish our play dough had that nice of a color).

Then we melted the glob of gelatin, over medium heat, stirring constantly. This was a fast process, and my hands were too occupied stirring, to snap any pictures. Working quickly, we spooned the liquid into our mini muffin pan. A fancy ice cube tray, or candy mold, would work even better for this, but we used what we had on hand.

After about ten minutes in the refrigerator, our candies had gelled up enough to pop out of the pan. I cut the muffin circles into wedges, to make them more bite sized. And although, my taster thought they were pretty good, I thought they were a little bland, and a bit too rubbery.

Thank you. these were easy and will be great for our B-day Lego party (If they can take the Florida heat. I'll be testing them before the party. I know you posted this awhile back however 3 TBLS is the equivalent to 1/6 cup or half 1/3 cup.

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